Stomach meridian

ST-32 (Fútù, 伏兔) — Crouching Rabbit

Meridian
Stomach (ST)
Anatomical view
anterior
Point classification
Regional Stomach channel point on the thigh.
Depth reference
1.0-2.0 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Not established in checked point-specific sources.
Reference aliases
ST32; Futu; 伏兔; Crouching Rabbit

Anatomical location

On the anterolateral thigh, on the line from the lateral patellar base to the anterior superior iliac spine, 6 B-cun above the patellar base.

Traditional actions

Opens the leg channel; dispels wind-damp; relieves pain and weakness.

Recorded indications

Primary: Thigh or knee pain; weakness or paralysis of the leg.

Secondary: Cold pain involving the lower back and knee.

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.

Sources

References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region ST32, p. 62
  2. Acupuncture.Com Acupuncture Point Reference Stomach 32

Frequently asked questions

Where is ST-32 located?

On the anterolateral thigh, on the line from the lateral patellar base to the anterior superior iliac spine, 6 B-cun above the patellar base.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for ST-32?

Opens the leg channel; dispels wind-damp; relieves pain and weakness. The dataset lists these primary indications: Thigh or knee pain; weakness or paralysis of the leg. Secondary indications are recorded as: Cold pain involving the lower back and knee.

Is ST-32 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify ST-32 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.